What can we learn about optimism bias?
Understand the Problem
The question is about understanding concepts related to optimism bias and its implications as described in a passage. It asks for comprehension of specific details presented in the text, such as definitions, meanings, and potential outcomes associated with optimism bias.
Answer
It makes people wrongly estimate what will happen to them.
The final answer is that optimism bias makes people wrongly estimate what will happen to them.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is that optimism bias makes people wrongly estimate what will happen to them.
More Information
Optimism bias leads individuals to overestimate the likelihood of favorable events and underestimate the possibility of negative outcomes, often affecting decision-making and risk assessment.
Tips
Avoid confusing optimism bias with simple positivity; it specifically involves inaccurate estimation of outcomes.
Sources
- Optimism Bias - The Decision Lab - thedecisionlab.com
- How the Optimism Bias Affects Your Life - Verywell Mind - verywellmind.com
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